There’s a rare elegance that settles over Mayfair each autumn, a soft glow that seems to light up Berkeley Square just as the city ushers in the season of discovery. This is when the world’s most discerning collectors, seasoned dealers, and visionary interior designers converge for something extraordinary.
From October 28 to November 2, 2025, the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair transforms this prestigious corner of London into a curated wonderland where past meets present in spectacular fashion.
More Than a Fair — A Cultural Phenomenon
Since its founding in 2009, the LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair has evolved from an ambitious idea into one of the most respected events on the international arts calendar. What sets it apart is not simply the caliber of objects on display, but the stories those objects carry — and the new ones they’re destined to inspire.
More than eighty specialist exhibitors present a remarkable range of works, from Renaissance furniture to contemporary fine jewelry. Each piece passes through the eyes of a seventy-member vetting committee, ensuring authenticity and quality of the highest order. With prices spanning from £500 to beyond £500,000, the fair offers an experience tailored to every collector’s journey, whether discovering your very first find or completing a lifetime’s collection.
A Fresh Vision for Timeless Beauty
In June 2025, Elizabeth Shanks — formerly of Sotheby’s and the British Museum — assumed leadership of LAPADA, bringing both expertise and fresh perspective. Her enthusiasm for the fair’s direction this year is palpable:
“The Fair has seen a dramatic increase in demand this year, and we are delighted to welcome new exhibitors as well as the return of other high-caliber dealers and galleries. The Fair’s partnership with Haute Jewels has launched it firmly into the broader luxury sector.
Our prime location in the heart of Mayfair adds to the attraction for buyers, and the fair’s timing at the end of October is set to prove especially appealing as these buyers head into London in the run-up to Christmas.”
Where Ancient Craft Meets Modern Brilliance
Among this year’s most anticipated developments is the collaboration with Haute Jewels, uniting leading international jewelry houses with LAPADA’s world of fine art and antiques. The result is a fascinating dialogue between eras — where centuries-old craftsmanship sits alongside contemporary brilliance.
For collectors, this juxtaposition offers fresh insight into what defines true luxury. A Renaissance cabinet positioned near a modern diamond creation tells a story not of contrast, but of continuity … of artistry evolving across generations. As Arts & Collections observes, this integration places LAPADA at the crossroads of fine art, antiques, and contemporary luxury. The fair feels less like a marketplace and more like a cultural salon. A place for conversation, discovery, and delight.
Voices from the Heart of the Trade
Dealers themselves describe the fair with unmistakable affection. Mark Goodger of Mark Goodger Antiques calls it “one of the best fairs in the world,” praising its atmosphere as much as its prestige.
“For me and fellow dealers, it’s an invaluable platform — a unique opportunity to connect with new faces and reconnect with existing clients.”
Newer participants echo the sentiment. Michael Goedhuis, whose gallery joined the LAPADA community more recently, was struck by the fair’s energy and breadth:
“It’s surprisingly versatile — drawing the best and the greatest from all over central London.”
Together, these perspectives illustrate why LAPADA has become indispensable: part marketplace, part meeting ground, where provenance and passion come together beneath one grand pavilion.
Beyond the Pavilion: The LAPADA Fringe Experience
Introduced in 2024, the LAPADA Fringe extends the fair’s cultural reach beyond its walls, weaving it into the wider fabric of Mayfair. The program features chamber recitals, literary talks, and intimate dinners that explore the intersections of art, design, and gastronomy, all set within the area’s storied venues, from Handel & Hendrix House to leading galleries and restaurants.
For international visitors, the Fringe offers a rare opportunity to experience London not as tourists, but as insiders — engaging directly with the cultural currents that define one of the world’s most sophisticated neighborhoods.
What Awaits You at the Fair
For Antiques Dealers: The 2025 edition invites exhibitors to present their collections within a broader luxury narrative. Whether debuting a rare piece or connecting with haute joaillerie buyers, dealers have the chance to position their work among the best in the world.
For Interior Designers: Each stand demonstrates how authentic objects elevate modern interiors. From Regency consoles to mid-century ceramics, the fair is a masterclass in designing spaces that blend authenticity with contemporary relevance.
For Collectors: Every acquisition here carries the assurance of rigorous vetting. Whether drawn to a delicate Victorian brooch or a bold modern sculpture, collectors can buy with confidence, knowing each piece has passed the most exacting standards of expertise and provenance.
Where Heritage Meets Innovation
What makes LAPADA Berkeley Square Fair 2025 truly exceptional is the way it balances reverence for the past with a forward-looking vision. Under Elizabeth Shanks’ leadership, the collaboration with Haute Jewels adds a new dimension to the fair’s legacy, while the LAPADA Fringe enriches its cultural context throughout Mayfair.
More than an event, this year’s fair represents a defining moment in the evolving story of collecting — where artistry, authenticity, and innovation converge beneath the autumn canopy of Berkeley Square.
The experience begins with the LAPADA Preview Day on Tuesday, October 28, an invitation-only event that offers collectors, designers, and press an early opportunity to explore the fair’s most extraordinary pieces — a quiet prelude to one of London’s most anticipated cultural gatherings.
To purchase tickets or for more information, visit: lapalondon.com.
